The Efficacy of Laser Assisted Hair Removal in the Treatment of Acne Keloidalis Nuchae; a Pilot Study

Laser causes elimination and miniaturization of hair shafts that are the principal contributor to inflammation in Acne Keloidalis Nuchae (AKN).

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Key information

Conditions

Acne Keloidalis Nuchae Acne Keloid Acneiform Eruptions Collagen Diseases Connective Tissue Diseases Folliculitis Hair Diseases Keloid Skin Diseases Skin and Connective Tissue Diseases

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Phase 4

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

patients suffering from AKN

Treatment and study plan

Nd-YAG laser

Device

All patients received 5 sessions (4 weeks apart) of long pulsed nd-YAG laser assisted hair removal on the affected area, emitting 1064 nm, with a fluence of 35-45 J/cm2 and pulse duration 10-30 msec adjusted to skin type and hair thickness. Laser was applied to all papules and plaques.

Primary outcomes

Global response to treatment

Time frame: 6 months

Secondary outcomes

Patient satisfaction

Time frame: 6 months

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Cairo University

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Registry information

Important dates

Study start: 2008
Primary completion: 2010
Study completion: 2010
First posted: Mar 8, 2012
Registry last updated: Mar 8, 2012

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